WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 BMW Alpina and 2007 BMW Alpina. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Release screws (1) and remove license plate light (2) from mounting.
Fig 1: Identifying License Plate Light
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Disconnect flat connector (1) in direction of arrow.